FUNCTION:
Independently performs semiskilled preventive, corrective, and
predictive maintenance tasks associated with the upkeep and operation of
various types of mail processing, buildings, and building equipment,
customer service and delivery equipment.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK:
See the Standard Position Description for the Occupation Code given
above.

REQUIREMENTS:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS: This section is composed of
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) which are required to
satisfactorily perform the tasks of the position. Applicants must
demonstrate that they possess a sufficient level of each KSA, to include
at least minimum competency for senior-qualified positions to enable
them to perform these tasks satisfactorily. Applicants demonstrate
these levels by describing examples of experience, education, or
training, any of which may be non-postal. Ratings are based on the
demonstration of the level of possession of each of the KSAs. Failure
to demonstrate any KSA is disqualifying. The numbers in parentheses
reflect KSA item numbers.
(1) Knowledge of basic mechanics refers to the theory of operation,
terminology, usage, and characteristics of basic mechanical principles
as they apply to such things as gears, pulleys, cams, pawls, power
transmissions, linkages, fasteners, chains, sprockets, and belts; and
including hoisting, rigging, roping, pneumatic, and hydraulic devices.
(2) Knowledge of basic electricity refers to the theory, terminology,
usage, and characteristics of basic electrical principles such as Ohm's
Law, Kirchoff's Law, and magnetism, as they apply to such things as AC-
DC circuitry and hardware, relays, switches, and circuit breakers.
(5) Knowledge of safety procedures and equipment refers to the
knowledge of industrial hazards (e.g., mechanical, chemical, electrical,
electronic) and procedures and techniques established to avoid injuries
to self and others such as lock out devices, protective clothing, and
waste disposal techniques.
(8) Knowledge of lubrication materials and procedures refers to the
terminology, characteristics, storage, preparation, disposal, and usage
techniques involved with lubrication materials such as oils, greases,
and other types of lubricants.
(9) Knowledge of cleaning materials and procedures refers to the
terminology, characteristics, storage, preparation, disposal, and usage
techniques involved in application and removal of cleaning materials
such as alcohols, solvents, detergents, and degreasers. Included is an
understanding of the use of compressed air and vacuum type cleaning
procedures.
(19) Ability to perform basic mathematical computations refers to the
ability to perform basic calculations such as addition, subtraction,
multiplication, and division with whole numbers, fractions, and
decimals.
(21) Ability to apply theoretical knowledge to practical applications
refers to the ability to recall specific theoretical knowledge and apply
it to mechanical, electrical, or electronic maintenance applications
such as troubleshooting, equipment repair and modification, preventive
maintenance, and installation of electrical equipment.
(23) Ability to use written reference materials refers to the ability
to locate, read, and comprehend text material such as handbooks,
manuals, bulletins, directives, checklists, and route sheets.
(24) Ability to communicate in writing refers to transmitting written
information (e.g., equipment status, recommended repairs) to maintenance
operations, and other personnel.
(25) Ability to communicate orally refers to receiving/transmitting
oral information (such as equipment status, recommended repairs or
modifications, parts usage, and technical procedures) to/from
maintenance, operations and other personnel.
(26) Ability to follow instructions refers to the ability to
comprehend and execute written and oral instructions such as work
orders, checklists, route sheets, and verbal directions and
instructions.
(27) Ability to work under pressure refers to safely and effectively
performing the duties of the position under stress or in emergency
situations.
(28) Ability to work with others refers to the ability to work safely
and efficiently in cooperation with fellow employees to perform the
duties of the position.
(29) Ability to work without (immediate) supervision refers to the
ability to perform safely and efficiently the duties of the position
such as planning and executing work activities without direct
supervision.
(30) Ability to work from heights refers to the ability to perform
safely and efficiently the duties of the position above floor level such
as from ladders, catwalks, walkways, scaffolds, vert-a-lifts, and
platforms.
(31) Ability to use hand tools refers to the knowledge of, and
proficiency with, various hand tools. This ability involves the safe
and efficient use and maintenance of such tools as screwdrivers,
wrenches, hammers, pliers, chisels, punches, taps, dies, rules, gauges,
and alignment tools.
(32) Ability to use portable power tools refers to the knowledge of,
and proficiency with, various power tools. This ability involves the
safe and efficient use and maintenance of power tools such as drills,
saws, sanders, and grinders.
(33) Ability to use shop power equipment refers to the knowledge of,
and proficiency with shop machines such as bench grinders, drill
presses, and table/band saws.
(35) Ability to use technical drawings refers to the ability to read
and comprehend technical materials such as diagrams, schematics, flow
charts, and blueprints.
(36) Ability to use test equipment refers to the knowledge of, and
proficiency with, various types of mechanical, electrical, and
electronic test equipment such as VOMs, circuit tracers, amprobes, and
RPM meters.

EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants for all positions must complete the appropriate written
examination. For positions filled through the Maintenance Selection
System, an applicant's total qualifications will be evaluated by a
combination of the written examination and the review panel evaluation;
and additionally, for in-craft candidates, the supervisor evaluation.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS: Applicants who qualify under this standard may be
required to satisfactorily complete a prescribed training course(s)
prior to assignment, reassignment, or promotion.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must be physically able to perform
efficiently the duties of the position which may require arduous

exertion involving the following: standing, walking, climbing, bending,
reaching, and stooping for prolonged periods of time; and intermittent
lifting and carrying of heavy tools, tool boxes, and equipment on level
surfaces and up ladders and stairways. Applicants must have vision of
20/40 (Snellen) in one eye and the ability to read without strain
printed material the size of typewritten characters is required.
Corrective lenses are permitted. The ability to distinguish basic
colors and shades is required. Applicants will be required to hear the
conversational voice in a noisy environment and to identify
environmental sounds, such as equipment running or unusual noises.
Hearing aids are permitted.

ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS:
(A) Applicants must be able to qualify to operate powered industrial
equipment.
(B) For positions requiring driving, applicants must have a valid state
driver's license, and demonstrate and maintain a safe driving record.
Applicants must pass the Postal Service road test to show the ability to
safely drive a vehicle of the type used on the job. Employees may be
required to drive motor vehicles in all kinds of traffic and road
conditions.

DESIRABLE FACTORS: The knowledge and abilities contained in this section
are not actual requirements and are not to be used as the basis for
disqualification. These are desirable factors which would enhance the
applicant's ability to perform the duties of the position and may be
used in evaluating the quality and extent of the applicant's total
background.
(15) Knowledge of carpentry refers to the terminology, materials,
techniques, and procedures used in carpentry applications such as form
construction, building framing, and interior and exterior finishing
projects.
(17) Knowledge of plumbing refers to the terminology, materials,
techniques, and procedures used in plumbing applications such as
installing pipe and tubing, making joints, repairing flush and float
valves, and cleaning drains.
(18) Knowledge of painting refers to the terminology, materials,
techniques, and procedures used in painting applications such as surface
preparation, application procedures and usage of protective/identifying
materials (e.g., enamels, varnishes, plastics, stains, sealants,
decals), and painting equipment.
(22) Ability to detect patterns refers to the ability to observe and
analyze qualitative and quantitative factors such as number
progressions, spatial relationships, and auditory and visual patterns.
This includes combining information and determining how a given set of
numbers, objects, or sounds are related.
(37) Ability to solder refers to the knowledge of, and the ability to
safely and effectively apply, the appropriate soldering techniques.